Reply #10: Why can't anyone just stand up for what they think is right? [View All]

[TayTay]

We elect people to high public office to represent the will and the best interests of the people. This war or occupation in Iraq is neither popular nor in the best interests of the people of the United States. It will cost us lives, money and the good will of much of the world for years to come. It was a mistake to invade Iraq and it is a mistake to stay there without an exit strategy. It is also morally wrong to puruse a course that we know has no chance of success.

Why do we all have to be political consultants? Why can't we just have people stand up and say what they believe and then let the chips fall where they may. At least we will know that they actually believe in something besides standing for reelection.